Budapest’s Palace of Wonders (Csodák Palotája) throws open its doors on Tuesdays too, inviting families to explore more than 250 interactive exhibits where curiosity does the steering and everyone finds a favorite. Set in Óbuda at 1036 Budapest, 3rd District, Mátyás király út 24, this vast playground of science and illusions packs themed zones for every age, turning a casual visit into a shared discovery you’ll be talking about for days. From preschoolers to teens, there’s plenty to test hidden talents and spark friendly competition—yes, even the grown‑ups will be surprised by what they can do.
What to Do First? Everything
At Csopa, anything can happen. Climb into the weird‑wheeled car and decide if it really rumbles under you. Brave the Mirror Labyrinth. Mash up your faces with mind‑bending optics. Shake hands with yourself using just one hand. Strap into a Moon Rover. Snap selfies with the greatest scientists. Multiply into a hundred versions of yourself inside the Giant Kaleidoscope. Stand at the center of infinity in the Mirror Room. Flex your logic with brain‑twisting challenges. See who’s the boldest fakir. Walk the clouds with the Flying Reflection. Crank up a vortex. Play air basketball. Catch four daily shows on the Öveges Stage. Spin into experiments at the Richter Gedeon Lab—lab coat and safety goggles on—and run exciting hands‑on tests. And that’s just for starters.
Make It a Day
Come play like a kid again. Spend three to four carefree hours—or make a whole day of it. Exhibits are designed for ages 3 and up, and they scale brilliantly for younger and older teens. The point is to try, compete a little, and marvel at each other’s hidden skills.
Tuesday Science Show Schedule
Time your visit to catch the live shows, stacked with spectacle and smart surprises:
– 11:00 Bubble Show: What is a bubble, why is it round, and how big can they get? Learn how a water strider stays atop the surface, watch giant bubbles form, see why some glow, and discover the secret recipe for top‑tier bubble mix.
– 13:00 Spectacular Science: Buckle up for the brutal laws of physics as the presenter runs through favorite high‑impact experiments.
– 15:00 Richter Gedeon Science Show: Physics plus chemistry, dialed to maximum wow—crowd‑pleasing, show‑stopping experiments included.
– 17:00 Glowing Stage: A playful intro, even for the youngest kids, to flames and heat. Fiery demos you should never try at home.
2026.05.19., Budapest
Location: 1036 Budapest, 3rd District – Óbuda, Mátyás király út 24
